1988 BMW 535 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 535 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 535 | Familia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |